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Charleston in a Nutshell Private Tours
This private sightseeing tour of Charleston offers a local perspective on the most charming city in the South. Beat the crowds of bus tours and go where carriage rides can’t as your licensed guide drives you around the peninsula in the comfort of a private vehicle. As you drive past top sights like Waterfront Park and the Battery, hear stories of Charleston history and culture in the Holy City.
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US$97.50
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US$97.50

Private 2.5 Hour Harbor Cruise on a Luxury Sailboat
See Charleston from the water, and enjoy a luxurious way to admire the sights, with this private sailing charter. This flexible experience is tailored to your preferences: pick your own departure time, bring aboard a picnic and drinks (or upgrade for gourmet catering), and request a photographer if you want to capture the moment. As you go, circle the Charleston Harbor, see landmarks like Fort Sumter, and enjoy a relaxing ambiance.
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US$499.00
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US$499.00
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Charleston's Haunted Ghost Tour - Solo Smart Phone Guided Tour
On this haunted GPS guided Audio walking tour you will see Charleston’s most haunted sites and hear their ghostly stories including:
Old Exchange and the Ghosts of the Prisoners Below
The Blind Tiger and the Woman in Black
The Dock Street Theater and the Ghost of Nettie
The Pirates Courtyard and the Ghosts of the Hung Pirate
St. Philips Church and the Ghost of the Weeping Woman
The Powder Magazine and the Ghost of Gabriel
The Circular Church Graveyard and the Trench Ghost
Poogan’s Porch and the Ghost of the Pooch
Haint Blue and it’s Spooky Past
The Unitarian Cemetery and the Ghost of Anna
The Old Charleston Jail and the Ghost of Lavinia Fisher
This ghostly adventure is smart phone guided. You go to the Old Exchange, open the tour, enter your experience code from Viator and press play. From there you are guided turn by turn through Charleston's haunted streets.
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US$6.75
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US$6.75

Private Historic Carriage Tour of Charleston
Travel back to Colonial times aboard a horse-drawn carriage and discover more than 300 years of history on this private, 1-hour tour of Charleston. See the many mansions, churches and gardens of yesteryear on this narrated tour around historic Charleston. Enjoy the romantic clip-clop sound as this educational adventure winds through the streets and learn about this ‘Holy City’ and its rich history and role in Civil War times. See the Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon, one of the most historic buildings in America, and much more.
Price displayed is per carriage, please select quantity of one (1) during checkout to reserve one carriage. Each carriage can accomodate groups of 1-4 people.
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US$300.00
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US$300.00
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Private Daytime or Evening Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour of Historic Charleston
Explore Charleston in an intimate horse-drawn carriage during this private tour. Get personalized attention from your guide while riding through the historic streets of the old walled town.
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US$265.00
per group
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US$265.00
per group

Charleston's Hidden Alleyways & Historic Sites Small-Group Walking Tour
Travel back in time to discover one of America’s most historic cities—Charleston, South Carolina—on this guided small-group walking tour. Explore some of the city’s most enchanting alleys and hidden passages. Visit the Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon, a colonial building with a 300-year history; Rainbow Row, the longest cluster of Georgian row houses in the United States; plus historic Philadelphia Alley, and many more.
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US$30.00
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Charleston City Sightseeing Bus Tour
An air-conditioned sightseeing bus offers a refreshing Charleston Sightseeing Tour for summertime visitors trying to escape the heat or those with limited mobility. Roll by popular "Holy City" sights like Rainbow Row, the Battery, White Point Gardens, Nathaniel Russell House, and St. Michael's Church from wide viewing windows while your guide informs and entertains with stories from Charleston's rich past.
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US$45.00
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US$45.00

90-Minute Charleston City Sightseeing Bus Tour
Travel back in time to discover one of America’s most historic cities—Charleston, South Carolina—on this guided sightseeing tour. Visit a plethora landmarks including Rainbow Row, the longest cluster of Georgian row houses in the United States; the Old Exchange Building, South Carolina's most historic building; White Point Garden, in the heart of Charleston’s historic district, with a spectacular view of Fort Sumter and many more. Upgrade option available to include a tour of the famous Joseph Manigault House, one of Charleston's most exquisite antebellum structures or the Charleston Museum.
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US$31.00
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US$31.00

2-Hour Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour
Travel back in time to discover one of America’s most historic cities—Charleston, South Carolina—on this guided walking tour. Visit points of interest including Charleston City Hall; the Dock Street Theatre, America’s first theatre; the Old Exchange Building, South Carolina's most historic building; White Point Garden, in the heart of Charleston’s historic district with a spectacular view of Fort Sumter, and many more.
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US$25.00
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US$25.00

Highlights of Charleston Guided Walking Tour
Without a guided walking tour, you might miss some of the eclectic history and hidden nooks and crannies around Charleston that make this city such a gem. This walking tour takes you through the French Quarter and South of Broad neighborhoods to top sights such as the Rainbow Row, the Old Slave Mart Museum, and the Old Exchange, all while your guide shares stories from Charleston history and lore.
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US$23.00
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US$23.00

Daytime Horse-Drawn Carriage Sightseeing Tour of Historic Charleston
Ride a horse-drawn carriage through the heart of historic Charleston on a guided tour through the heart of the city. Soak up the old fashioned charm of cobblestone streets lined with antebellum houses, lush gardens, and landmark churches as you listen to stories about Charleston history, architecture, and culture.
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US$49.95
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US$49.95

Charleston’s Old South Carriage Historic Horse & Carriage Tour
Experience more than 300 years of history on this guided carriage tour of Charleston. See the many mansions, churches, and gardens as your horse-drawn carriage tour covers more than 2.5 miles and 30 blocks of historic Charleston. Belgian and Percheron draft horses will you lead you through the streets while you learn about this “Holy City” and its role in the Civil War.
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US$45.00
US$5.00 savings
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US$45.00
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Charleston See-It-All Sightseeing Bus Tour
Charleston's colonial history, laid-back vibe, and beautiful sites continue to steal the hearts of visitors to the Holy City. See the highlights of the peninsula in comfort on this 90-minute guided tour on a climate-controlled minibus with a maximum of 15 passengers. This narrated tour keeps you cool as you ride past must-see Charleston sights such as the Battery, the Citadel, Old City Market, and Hampton Park as well as enjoy spectacular views of Fort Sumter, Castle Pinckney, and the Sullivan Island Lighthouse at a distance.
Bonus: Admission to Charleston Powder Museum is also included with the price of your tour.
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US$33.79
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US$33.79

2-Hour Private Hilton Head Sunset Cruise
End your day in Hilton Head aboard a relaxing sunset cruise around the island and waterways. Board your private vessel and enjoy a calm ride on Calibogue Sound with views of Harbour Town and the area is awash in golden light. While you sail, keep your eyes peeled for several species of wildlife including the playful Atlantic bottlenose dolphin.
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US$399.00
per group
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US$399.00
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Outer Banks Film Locations Tour
Go behind the scenes of the Netflix series Outer Banks with a film locations tour in Charleston. Meet your guide, who was an extra during season one, for a private half-day tour. Hear stories about the cast and crew of Outer Banks as you visit locations seen in the series. Learn about the history, culture, and architecture of Charleston during the tour as well.
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US$139.00
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US$139.00

90-Minute Private Dolphin Tour in Hilton Head Island
Hilton Head Island is known as one of North America’s best spots for watching dolphins in the wild. Get out on the water and take in amazing views of these intelligent, playful creatures during this private boat tour. With a Lowcountry Master Naturalist as your captain and guide, you’ll learn all about the ecology of Hilton Head while watching the dolphins along with other wildlife including rays, sharks, and sea turtles.
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US$269.00
per group
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US$269.00
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Vanishing Mile Isle Beachcomber Tour
Enjoy a two and a half hour adventure on your own private boat. Your Master Captain will guide you safely through the Calibogue on a falling tide to the Mile Isle. This mile long sandbar is exposed for only a couple of hours per day, allowing beachcombers the chance to collect sand dollars, sea shells and the occasional sharks tooth.
We’ll stop along the way to look for wild dolphins playing in the sound. We’ll share information about the island, the salt marsh and the surrounding ecosystem. Your Captain is also a Low Country Master Naturalist, and will assist you in identifying the various shells, mollusks and other invertebrates to be found on this tour!
This is an ideal outing for families and small groups. With up to 6 passengers, there’s plenty of room onboard and a comfortable seat for everyone.
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US$369.00
per group
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US$369.00
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Private Walking Tour of Historic Charleston
Who better to guide you through the heart of Charleston than a native Charlestonian? Discover Charleston's heart and soul as you walk through the picturesque streets and quaint alleyways of Charleston’s Historic District. Guided by Timothy Trouche, an eighth-generation Charleston native and third generation Charleston tour guide, you will learn how “The Holy City” withstood the test of time, rebuilding upon her ashes and ultimately being preserved as the gem you see today. Share in Tim’s hometown knowledge of Charleston’s rich history from its colonial days as Charles Town, through the American Revolution and Civil War. Each tour offers breathtaking views of the harbor, beautifully preserved historic homes, churches and gardens.
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US$70.00
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US$70.00

Charleston Walking Tours with Ann
Enjoy a private walking tour of Charleston with a guide who was born and raised in the city. Your guide Ann will weave in her own personal stories as she shares information on the city's history and culture. Plus, because it’s a private tour, you can tailor the experience to your preferences and needs.
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US$75.00
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US$75.00

2-Hour Private Hilton Head Dolphin Watching Cruise
Set out on a cruise from Hilton Head Island, South Carolina in search of Atlantic bottlenose dolphins. Board your private vessel and cruise past the Harbour Town Lighthouse and Daufuskie Island. While you sail, keep your eyes peeled for the playful dolphins as well as other local wildlife like bald eagles.
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US$39.00
per group
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US$39.00
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Historic Charleston Tour, Civil War in Charleston Tour
Take a journey through time and discover Charleston’s history and culture on this private walking tour of the South Carolina city. With a longtime resident as your guide, you’ll get an insider’s view and a vivid account of more than 300 centuries’ worth of history. Depending on your preference, you can choose to focus the tour on the Civil War or the history and legacy of slavery in Charleston.
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US$47.00
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Charleston Harbor Boat tour
Hello travelers, Welcome to my city! Come ride with Captain Gene around the Harbor to see how beautiful Charleston is by water! It is breathtaking to see White Point Battery, FortSumter, Castle Pinckney, Shem creek, the rocks of the Charleston jetties and the tallest bridge on the East coast. Ride in absolute style in my large spacious Grady white! It has all the amenities! Tv, movies, Ac and the all important shade!
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US$30.00
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Self-Guided "The French Quarter Charleston" Solo Walking Tour
Explore the Historical French Quarter of Charleston and discover its story. Go at your own pace, on your own schedule and on your own terms. It's like a real life tour guide, only it's on your phone, way more convenient and a better story teller.
WalknTours technology seamlessly guides you step by step through The French Quarter telling you the stories of it's alleys, it's history, it's buildings, Church Street, churches, Pineapple Fountain, the Old Slave Market, Charleston Green, the Civil War and so much more.
The tour takes about 1 hour to walk. But feel free to stop in the shops, historical sites or restaurants you'll discover as you walk through this picturesque city.
The WalknTours app guides Solo travelers on a hands free tour.
Go anytime, explore on your own schedule.
Perfect for Solo Travelers. Especially Solo Travel Rebels.
How it works:
1. Get the WalknTours app
2. Register an account using the code in your email
3. Go to 73 North Market Street
4. Press start
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US$5.00
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Private Hilton Head Sunset Boat Cruise (Up to 14 Passengers)
Cruise along the coastal waterways of Hilton Head Island aboard a private boat during this sunset cruise. Board your vessel and see as the sky changes from blue to shades of orange and pink as the sun begins to set. While you sail, keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife like dolphins, turtles, and even otters.
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US$529.00
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